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2/10/18 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) have released the 2018 immunization schedule for children and teens.

2/12/18 February 12-15, 2018 is Respect For All (RFA) Week in all NYC public schools.During this week, schools have the opportunity to highlight and build upon ongoing diversity programs and curriculum-based instruction. Schools also have the opportunity to embark upon new initiatives that promote respect for diversity and engage students in meaningful lessons and/or other activities that focus on preventing bias-based harassment, intimidation and/or bullying.

2/5/18 Action for Healthy Kids has provided $7.7 million in grants to schools since 2009 to help them accomplish their student wellness goals. Apply for these school grants from Action for Healthy Kids (AFHK) today to help your school achieve yours!

2/4/18 National No One Eats Alone Day on February 9 is a nationwide lunchtime event during which students are encouraged to connect and engage with their peers in order to combat social isolation.Note that all schools are encouraged to participate in this event.

1/24/18 School Nurse Orientation will be held August 13-16.This professional training opportunity provides RN's new to school nursing with information, resources and mentoring support to increase their knowledge and skills in the area of Professional School Nursing in NYS.